Here are the best moments from the Cincinnati episode of 'American Ninja Warrior'

The Queen City became the spotlight of the TV universe Monday night when the Cincinnati Qualifiers episode of "American Ninja Warrior" aired on NBC.

Were you busy doing your Monday chores and couldn't catch the show? We got you, even if your DVR dropped the ball. Here are the biggest and most-Cincinnati moments you might have missed.

Before we spoil it (SPOILER ALERT!), if you still want to watch it for yourself, there are several streaming services you can turn to. You can watch the episode on NBC.com for free or through Hulu if you have the standard subscription bundle. YouTube, Amazon Prime, Google Play and iTunes also have episodes available for purchase.

Cincy moments

This week’s show included visuals from some of the city’s most well-known spots such as Roebling Bridge and the SkyWheel at The Banks. Ninja fans even had the chance to try Graeter's limited-edition flavor, Ninja Chip.

It also included appearances from Mr. Redlegs and Who Dey, who gave the “swan signal” for returning ninja, Ethan Swanson.

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Brian Redard tests the "American Ninja Warrior" course, before the show is filmed on Second Street in downtown Cincinnati Friday, May 24, 2019. This is the 11th season of the show and the first time the show has been filmed in the Queen City. The Cincinnati episode will air on Monday, July 8, 2019. Meg Vogel/The Enquirer

"American Ninja Warrior" fans wait in line to watch the filming on Second Street in downtown Cincinnati Friday, May 24, 2019. This season will premiere on Wednesday, May 29, 2019. Meg Vogel/The Enquirer

Jesse Maurer dances before competing on "American Ninja Warrior" Friday, May 24, 2019 in downtown Cincinnati. He also competed last year in jeans, and he came in 16th place in Indianapolis. Meg Vogel/The Enquirer

Jesse Maurer tears off his button down shirt before competing on "American Ninja Warrior" Friday, May 24, 2019 in downtown Cincinnati. Maurer also competed last year in jeans, and he came in 16th place in Indianapolis. Meg Vogel/The Enquirer

Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton made an appearance to show his support as well as offer a few touchdown dive tips for our Nati Ninja, James Wilson.

Oh, and remember the '90s pop band, 98 degrees? Of course you do. Well, vocalist and Cincinnati native Drew Lachey tried his luck on the course while his brother, Nick, joined in through video chat. Though he only made it to the second obstacle, he's ready for the next challenge. "It's a lot harder than it looks," he said. "It's alright, I'll get 'em next year."

Nati Ninja

Unfortunately, Cincinnati’s own Nati Ninja, James Wilson, wasn’t able to make it past the infamous wingnuts. But he did have an epic touchdown dive to complete the third obstacle. Thanks, Andy.

Michelle Warnky's bloody run

Ohio native Michelle Warnky was the first female to complete the entire obstacle course, but it came at a price. Toward the end of the second obstacle, she cut her eyebrow and despite the blood, she completed the course. After hitting the buzzer, she made the O-H with her arms and the crowd replied with a lively I-O. "I really wanted to hit the buzzer, especially in Ohio," she said.

The defeat of the Mega Wall

Island Ninja, Grant McCartney, was the only contestant to attempt and succeed at climbing the 18-foot Mega Wall at the end of the course. Though he failed his first attempt, his second attempt was successful. It doesn’t hurt that he also won $5,000 for pressing the buzzer at the top.

Jackson Twait’s purrrrfect run

Yes, you read that right. Jackson Twait was the second contestant to make it through all six obstacles. Among his support group in the crowd was his cat, Hades, who joined in via video chat.

The Swan versus Cat Dad

Jackson Twait and returning ninja Ethan Swanson went head to head in the final course; the Power Tower. In the end, Swanson reached the buzzer right before Twait could reach the platform and won a trip straight to the national finals.